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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from San Francisco, CA to Riverside, CA
Cheapest price on Sep 01
$68
Average ticket price on Sep 01
$73
Fastest journey on Sep 01
13 h 5 m
Average journey duration on Sep 01
16 h 22 m
Buses on Sep 01
2
Distance
621 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from San Francisco, CA to Riverside, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from San Francisco, CA to Riverside, CA will cost around $73 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $68.
It's difficult to get from San Francisco, CA to Riverside, CA without transferring at least 2 times.
4770 AMTRAK · 770 Pacific Surfliner · 4970 AMTRAK10:35 PM13h05San Francisco, CA11:40 AMRiverside Station, Riverside, CA$681One-way2 transfers- 4770 AMTRAK · 770 Pacific Surfliner · 4 Southwest Chief10:35 PM19h39San Francisco, CA6:14 PMRiverside Station, Riverside, CA$781One-way2 transfers
- 4770 AMTRAK · 770 Pacific Surfliner · 4970 AMTRAK10:35 PM13h05San Francisco, CA11:40 AMRiverside Station, Riverside, CA$681One-way2 transfers
- 4770 AMTRAK · 770 Pacific Surfliner · 4 Southwest Chief10:35 PM19h39San Francisco, CA6:14 PMRiverside Station, Riverside, CA$781One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for San Francisco, CA to Riverside, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from San Francisco, CA to Riverside, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $221 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 45m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $221, while a flight costs an average of $579.
Distance: 385 miles (621 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$221 Average price Cheapest | $579 Average price | $90 Average price (fuel + tolls) | |
11h 43m Average total duration 11h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 45m Average total duration Fastest 3h 45m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 6h 26m Average total duration (door-to-door) | |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from San Francisco, CA to Riverside, CA:
A bus is $358 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from San Francisco, CA to Riverside, CA costing on average $579.
Other travel options to Riverside, CA take longer:
Bus takes on average 11h 13m.
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Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
San Francisco, CA to Riverside, CA Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 05:35AM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 13h05 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $70 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 05:40AM | Arrival Time 07:55PM | Duration 14h15 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $129 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 06:35AM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 13h05 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $67 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 10:35PM | Arrival Time 11:40AM | Duration 13h05 | Departure days Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $68 |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from San Francisco, CA to Riverside, CA
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Buses from San Francisco, CA to Riverside, CA run on average 1 times per day, taking around 11h 13m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $209 but you can travel from only $130 by flight.
The earliest bus runs at 04:05, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 385 miles (621 km) distance in 10h 50m.
Distance 385 miles (621 km) |
Average bus duration 11h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price $209 |
Buses per day 1 |
Fastest bus 10h 50m |
First bus 4:05 AM |
Last bus 11:50 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 28 days |
Bus providers: Greyhound from San Francisco, CA to Riverside, CAYou can travel by bus between San Francisco, CA to Riverside, CA with Greyhound for as low as $209. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from San Francisco, CA to Riverside, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from San Francisco, CA to Riverside, CA by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Riverside, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- Greyhound
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Greyhound
- You can cancel your ticket for a refund or exchange up to 24 hours before departure, for a cancellation fee applied.
- Greyhound
- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs (11 kg) and one checked bag up to 50 lbs (23 kg).
- Greyhound
- $15 per additional bag.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from San Francisco, CA to Riverside, CA
Most San Francisco, CA to Riverside, CA buses use the San Francisco, Transit Center Bay 29 to Riverside, Parking Lot 30 station pair. Use this guide to compare San Francisco, CA and Riverside, CA bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which San Francisco, CA station do buses to Riverside, CA leave from?
Getting to San Francisco, Transit Center Bay 29 from San Francisco city centre
San Francisco, Transit Center Bay 29 is 2 km from San Francisco city centre. Public transport options include:
San Francisco, Transit Center Bay 29 bus station facilities and services
San Francisco, Transit Center Bay 29 has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at San Francisco, Transit Center Bay 29. ATMs are available at San Francisco, Transit Center Bay 29.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at San Francisco, Transit Center Bay 29.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at San Francisco, Transit Center Bay 29: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at San Francisco, Transit Center Bay 29: Wheelchair accessible areas present.
Getting to San Francisco, Townsend Street / 5th Street from San Francisco city centre
Which Riverside, CA station do buses from San Francisco, CA arrive at?
Getting to Riverside, Parking Lot 30 from Riverside city centre
Riverside, Parking Lot 30 is 6 km from Riverside city centre. Public transport options include:
Riverside, Parking Lot 30 bus station facilities and services
Riverside, Parking Lot 30 has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Riverside, Parking Lot 30. ATMs are available at Riverside, Parking Lot 30.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Riverside, Parking Lot 30.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Riverside, Parking Lot 30: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Riverside, Parking Lot 30: Accessible pathways for wheelchairs.
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